Surveys reveal dietary supplement use for weight loss among adults with obesity, suggesting needed clinical assessments and counseling.
Approximately 6% of U.S. adults with obesity reported using dietary supplements for weight loss, most without clinician recommendation and with significant demographic differences. Routine clinical assessment of supplement use and counseling regarding limited efficacy and potential safety concerns are warranted.
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